Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 30, 2026.
Identity and Role of the Data Controller
hypezonery.com operates this non-commercial informational website focused on street photography and urban life documentation. We act as the data controller under Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and determine the purposes and means of processing any personal information collected through the site.
Scope of This Notice
This policy applies to all visitors to the website regardless of location, with particular attention to individuals in Canada. It covers information gathered when you browse pages, submit the contact form, or interact with any features present on the site. It does not cover third-party websites or services linked from our pages.
Categories of Personal Data and Sources
We collect only the minimum information necessary for the site's operation. This includes contact details you voluntarily provide through the contact form such as your name and message content, along with technical data automatically collected such as IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited. Sources are limited to direct input from you and standard server logs generated during normal website access.
Purpose-by-Purpose Explanation of Processing and Legal Bases
Processing occurs for the following purposes: responding to inquiries submitted via the contact form under the legal basis of legitimate interest and consent where applicable; maintaining basic site analytics to understand visitor engagement under legitimate interest; and complying with legal obligations such as record keeping under legal obligation. Each purpose is limited to what is strictly required and no further processing occurs without a compatible basis.
Whether Providing Data Is Required and Consequences
Providing information through the contact form is entirely optional. If you choose not to supply requested details, we will be unable to respond to your message. No other areas of the site require personal data submission, and browsing remains possible without providing any information beyond standard technical logs.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
The site uses essential cookies and similar tracking technologies to ensure basic functionality and security. A site-wide cookie banner informs visitors of these practices. For full details on cookie types, durations, and management options, please refer to the separate Cookie Policy available on the website.
Processors, Service Providers, Recipients, and Disclosures Required by Law
We may engage trusted service providers such as hosting companies and analytics platforms that process data on our behalf under contractual safeguards. Personal information is not sold or shared for marketing purposes. Disclosure occurs only when required by law, regulation, or valid legal process such as court orders.
International Transfers and Safeguards
Some service providers may be located outside Canada. In such cases, appropriate safeguards including contractual clauses aligned with PIPEDA requirements are used to protect the data during transfer and subsequent processing.
Retention Periods or Criteria for Deciding Them
Contact form submissions are retained only as long as needed to address the inquiry and for a reasonable period thereafter for follow-up or legal compliance, typically no longer than two years. Technical logs are kept for a maximum of twelve months. Retention criteria balance operational needs with data minimisation principles.
Security and Data-Minimisation Practices
Reasonable technical and organisational measures are implemented to protect personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, or loss. These include access controls, encryption where appropriate, and regular review of data collection practices. No absolute guarantee of security can be provided given the nature of internet communications.
Data-Subject Rights and Practical Exercise Method
Under PIPEDA you have rights to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information. To exercise these rights, please use the contact form on the Contacts page or call +1 (604) 657-5609. Requests will be acknowledged promptly and addressed within the timelines set by law.
Right to Withdraw Consent and Object to Direct Marketing or Profiling
Where processing relies on consent, you may withdraw it at any time by contacting us through the methods described above. The site does not engage in direct marketing or automated profiling activities, so no specific objection mechanism for those purposes is required.
Right to Complain to the Competent Supervisory Authority
If you believe your privacy rights have been infringed, you may file a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada. Contact details for the Commissioner are available on their official website.
Children or Age Restrictions
The website content is intended for a general adult audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of thirteen. If we become aware that such data has been collected inadvertently, it will be deleted promptly.
Automated Decision-Making and Profiling
No automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects is conducted on this site.
Policy Changes and Effective Date
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in practices or legal requirements. The effective date of the current version appears at the top of the page. Continued use of the site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.